Buffering is a technical issue that disrupts the playback of digital media. It is a data preloading stage that ensures smooth and uninterrupted content delivery. When buffering occurs, your device collects a portion of the media file before playing it, creating a reserve or “ buffer ” of data. More @Wikipedia
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